The Gharanas of Baul Music

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Which of the following is a prominent Gharana of Baul Music?

  1. Vishnupur Gharana

  2. Mymensingh Gharana

  3. Birbhum Gharana

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Vishnupur Gharana, Mymensingh Gharana, and Birbhum Gharana are all prominent Gharanas of Baul Music.

What is the primary language used in Baul Music?

  1. Bengali

  2. Hindi

  3. Sanskrit

  4. Urdu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Baul Music is primarily performed in the Bengali language.

Which musical instrument is commonly used in Baul Music?

  1. Ektara

  2. Tabla

  3. Sitar

  4. Sarangi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ektara is a one-stringed instrument commonly used in Baul Music.

What is the primary theme of Baul Music?

  1. Love and devotion

  2. Social issues

  3. Political commentary

  4. Historical events


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Baul Music primarily focuses on themes of love and devotion.

Which of the following is a notable Baul singer?

  1. Lalon Shah

  2. Hason Raja

  3. Fakir Lalon Shah

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lalon Shah, Hason Raja, and Fakir Lalon Shah are all notable Baul singers.

What is the traditional attire worn by Baul singers?

  1. Lungi

  2. Kurta

  3. Dhoti

  4. Sherwani


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Baul singers traditionally wear a Lungi, a long piece of cloth wrapped around the waist.

Which region is considered the birthplace of Baul Music?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Bangladesh

  3. Odisha

  4. Assam


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Baul Music is believed to have originated in the Bengal region of Bangladesh.

What is the primary form of Baul Music?

  1. Kirtan

  2. Bhatiyali

  3. Baul Gaan

  4. Jatra


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Baul Gaan is the primary form of Baul Music.

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Baul Music?

  1. Call-and-response singing

  2. Improvisation

  3. Use of folk instruments

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Call-and-response singing, improvisation, and the use of folk instruments are all characteristic features of Baul Music.

What is the primary purpose of Baul Music?

  1. Entertainment

  2. Religious devotion

  3. Social commentary

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Baul Music serves various purposes, including entertainment, religious devotion, and social commentary.

Which of the following is a common theme in Baul Music?

  1. Love and devotion

  2. Social justice

  3. Political satire

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Love and devotion, social justice, and political satire are all common themes in Baul Music.

What is the traditional language of Baul Music?

  1. Bengali

  2. Hindi

  3. Sanskrit

  4. Urdu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Baul Music is traditionally performed in the Bengali language.

Which of the following is a notable Baul singer from the Vishnupur Gharana?

  1. Lalon Shah

  2. Hason Raja

  3. Fakir Lalon Shah

  4. Purna Das Baul


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Purna Das Baul is a notable Baul singer from the Vishnupur Gharana.

Which of the following is a notable Baul singer from the Mymensingh Gharana?

  1. Lalon Shah

  2. Hason Raja

  3. Fakir Lalon Shah

  4. Abbas Uddin Ahmed


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Abbas Uddin Ahmed is a notable Baul singer from the Mymensingh Gharana.

Which of the following is a notable Baul singer from the Birbhum Gharana?

  1. Lalon Shah

  2. Hason Raja

  3. Fakir Lalon Shah

  4. Pannalal Bhattacharya


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pannalal Bhattacharya is a notable Baul singer from the Birbhum Gharana.

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